Description

Human Rights Watch (“HRW”) is seeking an Associate to provide administrative and fundraising assistance to its Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (“LGBT”) Rights Program. The position reports to the Director of the LGBT Rights Program, based in New York, and supports other staff in the LGBT Rights Program. The LGBT Rights Program is a division of the Program Office which oversees the organization’s research and reporting work. The LGBT Rights Program documents and exposes abuses based on sexual orientation and gender identity worldwide – including torture, killing and executions, arrests under unjust laws, unequal treatment, censorship, medical abuses, discrimination in health and jobs and housing, domestic violence, abuses against children, and denial of family rights and recognition.

Responsibilities:

1. Providing administrative support such as scheduling, making travel arrangements, taking minutes at meetings, creating and maintaining extensive filing and archiving systems, and processing departmental finances and payments;

2. Maintaining communication among HRW offices, global staff, and external partners;

3. Preparing, editing, formatting and distributing materials such as news releases, advocacy letters, reports, briefing papers, op eds, publications, agendas, and web content;

4. Coordinating and managing the development of content for fundraising newsletters, mailings, programs, presentations, and special events;

5. Assisting with tracking and acknowledging donations and donor communications;

6. Assisting with events such as news conferences, staff meetings, and special events;

7. Responding to requests for information and providing urgent assistance in crisis situations when necessary;

8. Providing limited background research assistance and monitoring media coverage of HRW research and advocacy; attending advocacy meetings or briefings and liaising with affiliated organizations and international entities;

9. Assisting with departmental hiring and training and overseeing departmental interns; and

10. Carrying out other duties as required.

Qualifications

Education: A bachelor’s degree in human rights, international relations, social sciences, or a related field is required.

Experience: A minimum of one year of relevant work experience is required.

Related Skills and Knowledge:

1. Prior office/administration experience and strong organizational skills are required.

2. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English are required; proficiency in other languages is desirable.

3. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well under pressure while juggling multiple tasks simultaneously are required.

4. Ability to make sound decisions consistent with functions is required.

5. Ability to prioritize with minimal supervision and work independently as well as function as a member of a team is required.

6. Proficiency in computer packages including MS Office applications is required.

7. Experience in fundraising and event-planning is preferred.

8. Strong interest in international human rights is preferred.

Other: Applicants for this position must possess current US work authorization valid for a minimum of two years from start date.

Salary and Benefits: Salary range starts at $44,048. Human Rights Watch offers comprehensive employer-paid benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, an outstanding retirement savings plan, and twenty (20) days of vacation per year.